VHD Studio win 2026 BDQ Queensland Design Awards

VHD Studio were proud to have received state industry recognition at the 2026 BDQ Queensland Design Awards with two winning projects;

• Peter Modini Memorial Award for New Commercial Buildings up to $5M award – Goondiwindi Cotton
• Community Impact Design award – Gatton Hospital Staff Accommodation

Goondiwindi Cotton

Located in regional Queensland, the Goondiwindi Cotton Headquarters brings retail, administration, warehousing and hospitality together in one cohesive destination. Designed in response to the evolving and complex functional needs of a growing, multifaceted organisation, the project balances operational efficiency with design clarity, creating a commercial landmark that reflects both the client’s identity and the character of its rural setting.

Images by Vue Digital.

Gatton Hospital Staff Accommodation

The Gatton Hospital Staff Accommodation project delivers meaningful community impact by directly supporting the attraction, retention, and wellbeing of healthcare professionals in a regional setting. By providing high-quality, purpose-built overnight accommodation, the design strengthens the hospital’s ability to host visiting doctors, specialists, and students – an essential factor in sustaining reliable healthcare services for the Lockyer Valley community.

The awards are additional to VHD Studio’s previous state industry recognition for commercial projects including St Joseph’s College, Mary Rice building, 28 Neil Street, Sole Focus Podiatry,131 Margaret Street, 171 Hume Street and 4 Brothers Brewing.

VHD Studio Director, Craig van Heerden, says the team are thrilled with these wins and are already planning their project entries for next year!